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New Franklin Halloween, Restrictions on Conduct: Violations ordinance (§ 210.487)

Chapter 210: Offenses · Article IX. Sexual Offenses

A. Any person required to register as a sexual offender under Sections 589.400 to 589.425, RSMo., shall be required on October thirty-first (31st) of each year to:

1. Avoid all Halloween-related contact with children;

2. Remain inside his or her residence between the hours of 5:00 P.M. and 10:30 P.M. unless required to be elsewhere for just cause including, but not limited to, employment or medical emergencies;

3. Post a sign at his or her residence stating "No candy or treats at this residence"; and

4. Leave all outside residential lighting off during the evening hours after 5:00 P.M.

B. Any person required to register as a sexual offender under Sections 589.400 to 589.425, RSMo., who violates the provisions of Subsection (A) of this Section shall be guilty of an ordinance violation.

Official source: New Franklin City Code, page 101 of the city's PDF

Last checked October 30, 2026. The city's official copy controls; this page is a reading copy, not legal advice.